Old town in blanes. What is worth seeing in Blanes? History and modern Blanes
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If Lloret de Mar is the noisiest and most partying city of the Costa Brava, and Tossa de Mar is the quietest and most beautiful town on the coast, then Blanes is the most ancient city of the Costa Brava with all the ensuing consequences ... It is located in 60 kilometers from Barcelona, and you can get there by a silent train. Of course, Barcelona is generally one of the most beautiful cities in the world, but first you need to look around in Blanes itself, and there is something to see.
Of course, it is the San Juan Castle that dominates the city's landscape. Although the settlement of Blanes itself was founded by the Romans in the 2nd century BC, the main part of the buildings survived from the 12th-13th centuries, so this wonderful castle began to be built in the 11th century, and was built in the 13th century, and its watchtower , as if descended from the credits of the film "War of Thrones" - in the 16th .. It is best to look at this castle to appreciate its grandeur and grace of form, from an islet located right off the coast of Blanes. This, by the way, is also a trademark of this remarkable place - a small island, as if specially created by nature for restless tourists who do not feed on bread, but let them admire the panorama of the mountains and the San Juan castle on the top of the cliff that divides Blanes into 2 parts: the northern and south. Just in the southern part is the entire tourist infrastructure of the city, this is the most beautiful part of Blanes - with lush gardens, a wonderful pine Promenade, amazing beaches. In the northern part there is a port, which must also be seen once, but all the interesting and interesting life of Blanes is in its southern part ...
There are just beautiful beaches here. It makes no sense to talk about their environmental friendliness and the permanent blue flags of ecologists, since this is a very frequent phenomenon on the Costa Brava, but not to say that the three-kilometer main beach of Blanes S'Abannel is beautiful place for a holiday with fantastic views of the rocks, gentle sea and pleasant sand that slightly massages the feet ... only surrounded by Mediterranean pine trees and equipped with playgrounds, but also a rarity for the Costa Brava and Costa Maresme - a gentle descent into the water, which is so loved by the smallest tourists ... Therefore, of course, along with the castle of San Juan, the main attraction Blanes - its beautiful beaches, which have stood the test of time and many generations of tourists, because Blanes is one of the very first resorts on the Costa Brava.
I would like to encourage inquisitive tourists reading this material to search for medieval pearls scattered throughout old Blanes - and the castle of the Viscounts Cabrera (12th century), and the Gothic fountain (15th century), and the Gothic monastery, and the gate of the Virgin Mary ... Believe me, it is in Blanes that there is something to see in the city itself, along the old streets of which it is so pleasant to walk after a beach day ...
A tourist mini-train runs along Blanes, which for 14 euros will save you the need to walk a lot and show you the whole town in 1 hour. If you do not want to look for medieval sights yourself, a trip on this miracle of technology will solve this problem, just as it will take you to the Marimutra Botanical Garden with its splendor primarily of conifers. Visit this wonderful garden anyway!
Of the entertainment and nearby attractions, it is worth mentioning the boats that, for reasonable money (depending on the distance of 10-25 euros), will take you to both Lloret and Tossa, giving you the opportunity to admire the "Wild Coast" (this is how the Costa Brava is translated) with its bizarre indented rocks, the splendor of which is breathtaking ... It is impossible not to mention the "Marineland" - a large and interesting water park located near Blanes in almost neighboring Santa Susanna, from which children will be delighted ... Well, and so ... in front of you, in addition to ancient Blanes - this wonderful Mediterranean town - the whole of Catalonia is open. Barcelona and Gerona, Figueiras and Lloret are all within easy reach from this wonderful place ...
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Botanical Garden Marimutra
Once in Spain in Blanes, all tourists flock to the Mar i Murtra Botanical Garden to get their share of aesthetic pleasure. And it is no coincidence. This beautiful, stunning walking area is located in the northern part of the resort. The garden contains a huge collection of all kinds of plants. Among them are cacti, conifers, cypresses, exotic specimens, plants from different climatic zones. The territory is neat, it is clear that the workers take care of it with love. Gazebos, walking peacocks, ponds with blooming lilies and lotuses are just a small part of what you can see there. On a hot day, the Marimutra Botanical Garden will become a saving refuge from the heat, where you can comfortably sit in the shade and admire the extraordinary views of the sea and rocks. A visit to Marimutra will also be interesting for naturalist photographers. Unique types of flowers captured in macro mode will become invaluable photographs.
You can get to the Botanical Garden on foot or by bus that departs from the center of Blanes. The park is closed on Mondays. Bus travel and entrance ticket are paid (5 and 6 euros). I do not recommend going on foot for the elderly or vacationers with small children: you will have to go up the hill for about 25 minutes, not everyone is easy. The advantage of walking will be the opportunity to see beautiful panoramic views of the city of Blanes, opening up as the slope rises. In order not to get lost and easily navigate the labyrinths of the Botanical Garden, do not forget to take the park map at the entrance.
San Juan Castle
The ancient castle of San Juan remains the invariable symbol of Blanes. It began its history back in the 13th century, when it was erected on the site of an ancient Roman fortress. For a long time, the castle of San Juan was the personification of the reliability and protection of the city from the attacks of ill-wishers. Over the centuries, the castle was destroyed and rebuilt several times, but this did not prevent it from obtaining the status of a national monument and becoming a must-see point on the excursion route of tourists. San Juan is located on a mountain at an altitude of more than 170 meters, offering unforgettable views of the surroundings (the coast is especially beautiful in the light of night lights in evening time days). To date, a city historical museum has been created on the territory.
Chapel of St. Barbara
St. Barbara was the patroness of the city of Blanes. The chapel in her honor is located next to the castle of San Juan, and is rightfully considered one of the main attractions of the resort town. At first it was a watchtower of the castle, but over time it was rebuilt into a chapel, the bell of which warned the local population about possible danger. The road from the center of Blanes to the castle and the chapel takes no more than 20 minutes and pleases the eye with picturesque sea views.
Blanes is a city and popular resort in the province of Girona and located on the Costa Brava.
The small, cozy town of Blanes attracts with its sandy beaches, more secluded coves, as well as the promenade, the historical part with attractions and two botanical gardens that have gained popularity among the guests of the city.
History and modern Blanes
Blanes is the oldest of the Costa Brava towns. Iberian activity has been attested in the area as far back as the Romanization of the Iberian Peninsula, around the 3rd century BC.
The first mention of Blanes, or Forcadell Castle, dates back to 1002.
After the Romans, the area was conquered by the Goths, then by the Moors. In the 13th century, after the Christians regained power, important architectural events took place in Blanes - a palace, a church and city walls were erected.
In the 17th century, during the Catalan uprising, Blanes was practically burned out.
After the War of the Spanish Succession, reconstruction of the city and the expansion of agriculture began.
At the beginning of the second half of the 19th century, the development of the fishing village as a tourist destination began, which led to an increase in the number of inhabitants and economic growth, as well as the improvement of Blanes.
Today in Blanes there is a small port, long stretches of beaches, the historical center, the San Juan castle, founded in the 13th century and which is the main symbol and attraction of the city.
Blanes - Symbol of the Costa Brava
Blanes is known as the “Gateway to the Costa Brava” because it is the first city on the western part of the Costa Brava, which stretches from Blanes (where it borders the Costa del Maresme) to the French border.
The city has a symbol of the "Gate of the Costa Brava", which is a metal arch with an inverted V-shape (Blanes Portal de La Costa Brava).
The arch is located in the central part of the Blanes coast, between two beaches: the Blanes beach of the same name and the Sa Abanel beach, near the natural landmark and the symbol of Blanes - the Sa Palomera rock, entering the sea waters.
A narrow isthmus leads from the coast to the cliff, and there is an observation deck on the cliff itself.
Blanes beaches
Within Blanes there are 4 sandy public beaches, and there are also several rocky / rocky-sandy coves.
Three beaches in Blanes have been awarded the Blue Flag. They are marked: de Blanes beach, Sa Abanel beach and San Francesc beach or Cala Bona.
During the high beach season, most of Blanes' beaches have all the necessary beach infrastructure to enjoy the sun and the sea in complete comfort.
Playa de Blanes
Blanes Beach, which is shaped like a crescent moon, is the city's central beach.
This is the most popular and, accordingly, the most crowded beach of the resort, its length is about 600 meters, the beach stretches from the port of Blanes to the Sa Palomera cliff, where it flows smoothly into the Sa Abanel beach.
The beach has coarse light-colored sand. The central promenade runs along the beach - an excellent place for walking and relaxing.
Playa de s "Abanell"
Abanel Beach is the longest beach in Blanes, located in the "new part" of the city.
The length of the beach is more than 2 kilometers, the beach stretches from the Sa Palomera cliff to the western end of the city of Blanes.
On the beach there is coarse light-colored sand with pebbles. There is a promenade along the entire beach.
Santa Anna beach (Playa de Santa Anna)
Santa Anna Beach, better known as Capellans Beach, is a small pebbled sandy beach located in the city center, on the east side of the port of Blanes.
Beach of San Francesc or Cala Bona (Cala Sant Francesc / Cala Bona)
Sant Francesc Beach, also known as Cala Bona, is a small beach located in a bay surrounded on both sides by pine-growing hills.
This is one of the best beaches in the resort. The beach is located in the eastern part of the Blanes coast, about two kilometers from the city center.
The length of the beach strip is about 200 meters, and its width is 40 meters.
On the beach there is coarse light-colored sand, in some places there are rocky formations. Sea water is clean and transparent.
Treumal beach (Playa de Treumal)
Treumal is the easternmost beach of Blanes, located on the border of Blanes and the resort town of Lloret de Mar.
Treumal Beach is adjacent to Santa Cristina Beach and both beaches form a single beach strip, where one beach flows smoothly into the other through a gap between two rocks.
On the beaches the sand is light in color sea water clean and transparent.
Blanes promenade
Blanes promenade is a long promenade, which is one of the main places for walking and recreation, both among locals and guests of the city.
The length of the Blanes embankment is more than 3 kilometers. The promenade stretches from the eastern part of the port of Blanes (Santa Anna beach), then runs along the central beach of de Blanes and to the western end of Abanel beach.
Along the embankment: places for rest; bars, cafes and restaurants; shops, kiosks with snacks, ice cream and drinks; playgrounds; sculptures and monuments.
Blanes landmarks
Fishermen's Quarter (Barri de s`Auguer)
The Fishermen's Quarter is the so-called traditional area of the historical part of Blanes, where fishermen and sailors originally lived.
The quarter is notable for its typical Mediterranean buildings, an abundance of cafes and restaurants.
Castle complex of San Juan (Castell de Sant Joan de Blanes)
San Juan Castle or St. John's Castle is a historical monument, one of the main attractions and a symbol of Blanes.
The castle was built in the 13th century. At present, only the tower and part of the wall remain from the castle.
Before the foundation of the tower of the castle of San Juan, there is a small snow-white chapel of St. John (Ermita de Sant Joan de Baptista).
The castle complex is located on the top of the hill of the same name, San Juan, and is clearly visible from many points of Blanes and the surrounding area. There are also observation platforms near the castle, which offer the best views in the city of Blanes itself, the surroundings and the sea.
Complex Santa Barbara (Ermita i torre de Santa Bàrbara)
The architectural complex of Santa Barbara is a complex of buildings consisting of a 12th century chapel (documented in the 14th century), erected in the Romanesque style, a hermit house and a 16th century defense tower.
Capuchin monastery (El Convent de Blanes)
The monastery was built in 1853 and since historical times has been considered one of the privileged places on the Costa Brava.
There was once a monastery within the walls of the building, but now it is a security building where banquets, parties and various events are held.
Situated former monastery on top of a hill, surrounded by vegetation, near the port and the beach of Santa Anna.
Near the building of the monastery there is a platform with a view of the port of Balensa, part of the coast and sea waters.
Church of Santa Maria (Iglesia de Santa Maria)
This is a 14th century Gothic parish church that was once part of the Palau vescomtal de cadrera, from which only the outer walls have survived.
During the history of the church, it was reconstructed, from the original details remained: the bell tower and the main door of the 15th century.
Gothic fountain (Font Gòtica / Gothic fountain)
Gothic Fountain or Font Gothic is a fountain made in the Gothic style, which is considered a unique example of Catalan heritage.
The octagonal fountain was commissioned by Viscountess Cabrera and the Wool Manufacturers' Guild in the 15th century.
The fountain has three levels and is decorated with various elements, including images of gargoyles. The central part of the fountain is decorated with the Cabrera family coat of arms.
Plaza Espanya and street Dintre (Plaça Espanya, Passeig de Dintre)
Piazza di Spagna and Avenue Dintre is the second most popular in the center of Blanes, after the embankment, a place for walking and recreation, which is a zone slightly more than 200 meters long, along which: historical architectural monuments, places for recreation, shops, apartments, coffee shops, cafes and restaurants with outdoor tables.
House Orench
The building from 1926 is not only one of the most beautiful historical buildings in Blanes, but also a striking example of the work of the architect Francesc Folgera.
This two-storey building with a covered terrace is located on Amplé Street. There is a pastry shop on the ground floor.
Chapel of Saint Francesc (Ermita de Sant Francesc)
Small rectangular chapel with one nave, square apse and bell tower above the front door.
The ruins of a building adjacent to the northern part of the chapel have survived to this day.
The chapel is located on a hill, near the beach of San Francesc. There is an observation deck near the chapel.
Botanical Gardens in Blanes
Within Blanes, there are two botanical gardens, which can be distinguished as a separate group of city attractions.
Jardin Botanic Marimurtra
One of the most important botanical gardens in Europe, where you can see over 3,000 species of exotic plants.
Marimurta was created by Karl Faust almost a hundred years ago.
The Marimurtra Garden is located on the coast, about 550 meters from the center of Blanes, entrance from the street de Carles Faust (Passeig de Carles Faust).
Jardin Pinya de Rosa Botanical Garden
The tropical garden located on the coast was founded in 1945 by Ferran Rivier de Caralt, a renowned industrialist and engineer.
The garden currently houses 7,000 plant species, including one of the most interesting cactus collections in Europe.
The garden is located on the eastern outskirts of Blanes, at a distance of about 3 kilometers from the city center.
What to do in Blanes. Where to go from Blanes
Boat trips
From Blanes you can take one of the sea cruises (sea walks). For example, go for a walk on the open sea, go fishing or visit neighboring resort towns such as Lloret de Mar, Tossa de Mar, Malgrat de Mar, Calella, etc.
Information about all walks, as well as the schedule and prices, can be checked at the ticket offices on the embankment or near the seaport of Blanes.
Tourist train
You can ride around the city center, along the sea line and the surrounding area + visit the neighboring resort of Lloret de Mar in a tourist train or an open-top minibus.
Routes, timetables and prices can be found on the official website.
Aquapark and Dolphinarium Marineland (Marineland Catalunya)
A vacation for the whole family has been prepared by Marineland, where a dolphin show is held, a water park and a bird park "Adventure Jungle" are open. Park site.
Montsoriu Castle (Castell de Montsoriu)
One of the largest castles in Catalonia is Montsoriu Castle, whose history dates back to 1002.
The castle is located in a picturesque wooded area, on a hill, within the Montseny Natural Park, about 34 kilometers from the center of Blanes. Montsori Castle site.
Neighboring cities and resorts
From Blanes you can go to neighboring cities and resorts, for example:
Considered the heart of Costa Brava's party life;
Small picturesque with its famous fortress (), which is a complex of medieval buildings, surrounded by a defensive wall with watchtowers;
The provincial capital, with its impressive historical center;
The capital of Catalonia is large and without a doubt incomparable, with impressive creations by Gaudí;
Excursions from Blanes
One day excursion to the principality of Andorra, famous for its ski resorts, nature and medieval buildings.
Travel along the Cote d'Azur, during which you will visit such places of the French Riviera as Nice - Eze - Monaco - Monte Carlo - San Remo - Cannes.
Holidays and festivals
Fireworks competition
The Costa Brava International Fireworks Competition (Fiesta mayor) or the feast of Santa Anna and Sant Joaquim is usually held in the last full week of July (3rd or 4th week).
The fireworks competition itself usually lasts 4-5 days, but major holidays, including the European Art Competition, are celebrated over the course of eight days.
Celebrating the Day of Co-Patrons
Festa Major Petita celebrates the city's patrons, Saint Bonos and Maximus, in the third week of August, when the streets are filled with parades, concerts, musical performances and sports.
Flower Carpet Festival
The festival takes place in the spring, during which the streets of the historic center of Blanes are decorated with "flower carpets". All compositions are created with original motives such as botanical gardens and landscapes.
Holy Week
Passion Week traditions are still important in Blanes.
One of the most famous processions is the Angel or Angel (Àngel). The procession takes place on Easter Sunday and consists of two groups of people who silently leave the church of Santa Maria to meet at the Place de del Feiners, where the Cant de Langel is sung.
Christmas holidays
In these special days the city is being transformed by lights, street decorations and a fair.
During the celebration, concerts, parades, sporting events and other events related to the theme of Christmas are organized.
In addition, Blanes celebrates annually: the carnival and the parade of the three kings.
Where to stay in Blanes (Blanes hotels)
The choice of accommodation in Balnes is very diverse, ranging from budget guesthouses and apartments to 4-star hotels and holiday homes located both near the beaches and in the historical center, and further away from them.
All accommodation facilities in Blanes are available
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The territory on which Blanes is now located was inhabited by the Romans during the Romanization of the Iberian Peninsula (approximately in the 2nd century BC). And from the 12th to the 14th centuries. the area belonged to the richest aristocratic Spanish family Blanes, who founded the city of the same name here.
Blanes is divided by a high block of lonely rock into the southern and northern parts. The southern part of the city, immersed in gardens, is almost completely given over to a tourist center with hotels, magnificent beaches, shops, cafes, restaurants, entertainment centers and other infrastructure. In the northern part are the residential areas and the port, which supplies the coastal restaurants with the freshest seafood - the basis of most of the local cuisine.
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Blanes weather
The climate in Blanes is exceptionally mild, Mediterranean. The average temperature in summer is +25 ... 28 ° C, in winter it drops to +10 ° C, and on average is + 15-17 ° C. The beach season lasts from June to October.
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Beaches and water activities in Blanes
Blanes' wide sandy and pebble beaches stretch for 4 kilometers. They are separated from each other by small bays, offering vacationers a lot of opportunities for a relaxing holiday or water sports.
The largest of Blanes' beaches, the three-kilometer S'Abannel, is the pearl of the resort. There is everything for a pleasant pastime: on the coast there are bars and restaurants, showers and changing cabins, water slides for children. In addition, the beach offers excellent conditions for windsurfing and sailing. The width of the beach is 60 m.
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Every year since 1995, the central city beach of Blanes has been awarded the Blue Flag - a mark of cleanliness and comfort. Here, in addition to sun loungers and umbrellas, showers and changing cabins, there are beach volleyball and football grounds, several children's zones; water bike rental is available. The beach is 625 m long and 30 m wide.
San Francesc Beach is also awarded annually with the Blue Flag, a prestigious international environmental award. The two-hundred-meter beach strip is surrounded by pine trees and is ideal for families: there are playgrounds and water slides, the entrance to the sea is gentle, and there is enough shallow water even for the smallest. The width of the beach is 35 m.
An excellent view of the mountains opens from the observation deck on an islet near the coast.
In the north of the resort is the tiny natural Treumal beach. Its length is only 115 m, width - 30 m. On its territory you can rent sun loungers and umbrellas, there is a tent with drinks and ice cream.
And finally, the smallest beach of Blanes, Santa Anna, is located near the city port, its length is only 75 m. It is also equipped with showers and changing cabins. Here you can also rent a boat or speedboat and go on a boat trip or discover spear fishing.
In addition, not far from Blanes, in the town of Santa Susanna, there is the Marineland water park, where shows of dolphins, parrots and sea lions are held several times a day. You can get to the water park from Blanes by a free bus.
Depending on your preferences, guests of the resort can ride catamarans and scooters, go windsurfing and deep-sea diving. The deep-sea fauna of the Blanes coast is amazing and varied: schools of colorful fish, moray eels, octopuses, starfish and hedgehogs. Numerous yachts and boats take vacationers on board to demonstrate the beauty of the coast and acquaint with the views not only of Blanes itself, but also of the surrounding resorts.
Blanes Accommodation
Along the Mediterranean coast of Blanes there are only about two dozen hotels, small family hotels and guest houses with a total of 5,000 beds. The resort is family-oriented, which is why babysitting services are available at most hotels. Accommodation in Blanes is also possible in apartments and campsites of the 2 * level.
Guides in Blanes
Blanes attractions and attractions
The Blanes coastal area is typical of most coastal towns, with the only difference that the local landscape enlivens a small island just off the coast. There is a small observation deck on it, which offers an excellent view of the panorama of the mountains along the entire resort and the cliff towering above the city, on top of which is the San Juan Castle.
Walk through the botanical garden
The castle of Sant Joan, towering over the city, was founded in 1002. Most sources date it to the 13th century, since it was then that its main part was built; the watchtower was completed in the 16th century. Its towers offer a magnificent view of the city and the entire coastline. Despite the fact that the city itself is ancient, it was at this time (12-13 centuries) that most of what has somehow survived to this day was built: the gate of the Virgin Mary, the Gothic monastery, the hospital of St. Jaume, the Capuchin monastery of St. Anne, the Palace of the Viscounts De Cabrera, the Gothic-style well of Sant Joan, the Gothic fountain and the old chapel of St. Barbara.
5 things to do in Blanes
- Be sure to visit the Botanical Garden - both beautiful and curious.
- Sail on the sea in Lloret de Mar enjoying stunning views along the way.
- Take (and more than once) a promenade along the busy waterfront.
- Let the coarse sand (or small pebbles?) On the beach massage your tired feet.
- Breathe in the air saturated with coniferous aroma for a year in advance.
Besides medieval architecture, Blanes is widely known on the Spanish coast for its magnificent botanical garden Marimutra (Jardin botanico Marimetra). More than 3000 plant species grow here, brought here from other regions of Spain, as well as Africa and South America... The territory of the garden is divided into three main zones: tropical, subtropical and Mediterranean, each of which includes 6-8 more zones (Canary Islands zone, Mexico zone, China and Japan zone, etc.).
Events in Blanes
At the end of July, a traditional international fireworks competition takes place in Blanes: the city beach of the oldest resort on the coast is illuminated with an extravaganza of colorful flashes of fireworks. This event has been going on for about a hundred years, annually entertaining vacationers and demonstrating the most modern developments of pyrotechnics.
In my opinion a resort town Blanes in Spain is one of the most balanced. That is why those who are looking for a comfortable seaside holiday in Spain choose Blanes from year to year - the reviews of tourists are almost always positive.
It is especially good to come to Blanes during the off-season - in May or September. At this time, there are very few tourists, prices in hotels are moderate, the weather is consistently sunny and even the sea is quite conducive to swimming.
In the photo: the promenade in Blanes. Spain
In Blanes there is no youth tourist fever like in the neighboring one, there is no typical historical congestion like in Barcelona, it is not big, not small :) Blanes is a lively, simple and comfortable seaside town, with all the usual Spanish characteristics.
What to see in Blanes
The visiting card of Blanes is the embankment, which stretches along the sea for 4 kilometers. This is the main attraction and a favorite promenade place for locals and the rest of the public.
In the photo: Blanes has an excellent and long promenade It is pleasant to walk along the boulevard at different times, looking at the beach-goers and admiring the sea.
Beaches in Blanes
Beaches in Blanes stretch for several kilometers along almost the entire embankment, which is very convenient for relaxation. At the same time, the beaches in Blanes are municipal everywhere, so you can swim and sunbathe anywhere. In many places on the beaches you can rent an umbrella and sun lounger. Of the minuses - there are no changing cabins.
Photo: Sa Forcanera beach in Blanes, Spain For lovers of more cozy places - a couple of kilometers north of Blanes there are small and picturesque beaches of San Francisco and Sa Forcaner.
In the photo: a view of Blanes from the mountain Blanes landmarks
Climb the mountain where the old fortress De Sant Joan is located, from there it opens great view all over Blanes.
And not far from the observation deck there is an excellent one - there will be time to see the plants and appreciate the gorgeous views of the De Sa Forcanera bay.
The Sa Palomera cliff divides the Blanes promenade into two halves. It is a kind of tourist symbol. All tourists rush to climb the cliff to take a photo or fix romantic locks on the railing.
In the photo: a view from the Sa Palomera cliff on the banks of Blanes Northern part of the beach Blanes reserved for the port. There is a convenient marina for yachts and fishing piers. Near the port there is an old and a new fish exchange, where fishermen sell their catch to local restaurateurs in the morning.
Photo: Marina at the northern end of Blanes beach The old part of Blanes perfectly retains its flavor and unique Spanish charm. Walk the deserted narrow streets for a siesta, then return in the late afternoon.
In the photo: the streets of the old quarters of Blanes The morning market on Boulevard Passeige de Dintre is open until midday, don't miss:
In the photo: Blanes - day market, Spain It is very pleasant to buy fruit or nuts here on your way back from the beach. Very few people speak English, so you have to learn it.
Holidays in Blanes - reviews of tourists
Andrey (Krasnodar) - for the first time we came to Blanes on a tour, but now every June we go here on our own. The main thing is that you need to book your apartment early. Blanes is not rubber :)
Marita (Riga) - "in last years it has become very easy to get to Blanes - there are inexpensive low-cost airlines from Riga. We fly every year. I consider the beaches in Blanes to be the best in the Costa Brava ... "
The Spaniards, decorating their houses and streets, create a uniquely cozy atmosphere throughout the city.
Photo: decor of balconies and houses in Blanes Painted ceramic plaques tell the names of streets, houses and emphasize long tradition townspeople.
Photo: home decoration in Blanes An interesting feature of Blanes is that most of the waiters in cafes and restaurants are men with aristocratic manners :)
In the photo: the waiters in the Blanes cafe In the heat, in local cafes it is worth trying "sandy" - beer with lemon, or treat yourself to a delicious ice-cold one. In the evening, start tasting :)
Another local feature is that Blanes has the world's most audacious pigeons. Brave birds are not afraid of tourists, they can easily trample your feet and boldly check the contents of your cans :)
In the photo: daring Spanish pigeons in Blanes How to get from Blanes to Barcelona, Girona or the airport
Blanes very convenient for those who like to drive on their own.
In the photo: tourists go to Girona from the Blanes bus station How to travel from Blanes by train and train
From Blanes, you can travel to Barcelona at least every day by R1 electric trains (an hour's drive), Girona, Figueiras and other cities. It should be remembered that there is a direct train link between Blanes and Barcelona. If you are going by train to Figueiras and beyond, you will have to take a short train ride to Massanet-Masanes station, and then change to another line.
Buses in Blanes
After Barcelona, you can arrange self-guided bus excursions from Blanes city station to interesting places. All you have to do is buy a regular ticket and get on the bus. Here's what you can see:
The picturesque resort town is located near Blanes. Buy bus tickets immediately there and back. In Tossa de Mar, walk along the ancient fortress walls, a beautiful promenade and cozy streets:
3. Museum-theater of Salvador Dali
From Blanes it is very convenient to go to - it is cheaper and much more interesting than with a guided tour. The Blanes-Figueiras train is an excellent solution for a day trip. 
If you like traveling on your own, then plan your next trip to the snow-white town that inspired Salvador Dali so much - very beautiful:
In fact, there are many beautiful small towns near Blanes. The most interesting are located north of Blanes. You can arrange a small trip on the buses: Girona, Besalu, Olot ...
Here are some more fun and inexpensive excursions:
Blanes Accommodation
Which hotel to choose for an independent vacation in Blanes - here you need to decide based on your preferences. Some want privacy, others want to live in an apartment close to the beach.
Photo: apartments in Blanes on the first line The southern part of Blanes is almost a “Russian quarter”. The majority of Russian tourists travel on vouchers to 3 and 4-star hotels in the southern quarters. The best hotel in Blanes - Hotel Horitzó & Spa - is located on the first line, most of the rooms have a delightful sea view. The reviews of tourists are the most decent.
In the photo: hotels and pensions in the southern part of Blanes There are also many boarding houses and huge campsites for auto tourists. Many Europeans prefer to vacation in Blanes, living in their own trailers and tents.